FAILURE- The 3 Step Tango
Have you ever read up on Sara Blakely? She was the one who created SPANX, you know, the OG of shapewear. Anyways, years ago I was reading...
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combededucation
- Jul 30
- 5 min
Discipline.
Grab your color bowls and brushes because today we are getting real real and talking about something that is the BACKBONE of success in...
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combededucation
- Jul 23
- 3 min
All About Melanin!
Melanin is a naturally occurring pigment and is responsible for the color of hair, among other things. It is produced by specialized...
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combededucation
- Jul 16
- 2 min
Formulation + The Cuticle
As colorists, its so important to consider the CANVAS that we are working on. The structure of the hair itself plays a crucial role in...
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combededucation
- Jul 9
- 3 min
10 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner
Starting a career as a hairdresser can be both exciting and challenging. As experienced hairdressers, we often reflect on our early days...
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combededucation
- Jul 2
- 4 min
Demystifying Hair Color Ingredients
Understanding the ingredients of the chemicals we are working with will ensure that we are well educated on what we are using and how to...
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combededucation
- Jun 25
- 3 min
How to make your COLORS last longer!
We’ve all been there before. We create a GORGEOUS look on a client, they love it, you love it, everyone is happy until a week later you...
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combededucation
- Jun 18
- 3 min
Let's Talk: Collaborative Consultations!
We all know that consultations are the foundation of successful hair color transformations. As hairstylists, it is essential to engage in...
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combededucation
- Jun 11
- 2 min
What are Sulfates + What do they DO?
We hear it everywhere..make sure you use a sulfate free shampoo. But what are sulfates and what do they do? Let’s dive in First thing you...
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combededucation
- Jun 4
- 2 min
Navigating Hair Color Allergies
As professionals, it is essential to prioritize the well being of our clients. Allergies and sensitivities to hair color are very real...
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combededucation
- May 21
- 4 min
So you messed up, now what?
This has happened to THE BEST OF US! Hair is a very unpredictable and nuanced canvas. Techniques are a dime a dozen and sometimes, what...
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combededucation
- May 14
- 3 min
Blue, Red, & Yellow Molecules - Oh My!
A micro dose of chemistry coming your way today in the form of OXIDATIVE DYES. Before I get into it though, let’s clarify the different...
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combededucation
- May 7
- 3 min
Hairdressers...SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
This week I have a simple yet powerful message for you. Shoot your shot. SHOOT YOUR SHOT. Asking for what you want can be a daunting...
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combededucation
- Apr 30
- 3 min
How to Use Eye Color to Predict Lift
We all know that the natural color of the hair, the type of melanin that is dominant in the hair, along with the texture of the hair will...
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combededucation
- Apr 23
- 2 min
What Happens to Hair When we Bleach it?
All of us use bleach or lightener, whatever you want to call it, to some degree behind the chair. I want to offer some clarity and...
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combededucation
- Apr 9
- 5 min
Let's Talk About Lightening Hair
Let’s talk about Lightening hair: Bleaching products have changed DRAMATICALLY in the past 10 years. With the demand from US STYLISTS to...
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combededucation
- Mar 26
- 4 min
Developer Doesn't Have a Brain
Developer doesn't have a brain Listen to me, please, 10 volume doesn't give one level of lift, 20 volume doesn't give 2, 30 volume...
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combededucation
- Mar 12
- 3 min
Ammonia Free Hair Color
Last week, I talked about ammonia and its role in hair color. More and more manufacturers and brands are coming out with ammonia free...
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combededucation
- Mar 5
- 2 min
What is Ammonia in Hair Color?
If you are a colorist, chances are that you have heard the term “ammonia” before. It’s a common ingredient in hair color and more...
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combededucation
- Feb 26
- 2 min
Ionic, Tourmaline, Ceramic - Oh My!
Ionic, tourmaline, ceramic oh my. I’m not sure about you but for YEARS, I didn’t know what these terms meant (especially when referring...
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